The Lay Community of St Benedict: Living the Rule in the World

17 July 2025

Promoters of St Benedict Week

The Lay Community of St Benedict (LCSB) is a vibrant, ecumenical movement inspired by the Rule of St Benedict. Rooted in prayer, community and service, it seeks to live Benedictine values in everyday life at home, at work and in the world.


Open to all, LCSB supports people from all walks of life to deepen their spiritual journey through shared retreats, online gatherings, local groups and friendships rooted in faith. United by a common rhythm of prayer and action, we walk together in hope, hospitality, and humility.


Find out more about the LCSB in living ancient wisdom for today’s world: https://www.lcsb.uk/


St Augustine's Abbey, Chilworth is very grateful to the LCSB for its ongoing work in living and promoting the work of Our Holy Father, St Benedict. 

Chilworth Abbey to host series on ‘The Mystery of God’ by Bishop Robert Barron
17 July 2025
Starting on Saturday 13 September 2025 - book in advance online
Join us in prayer and worship
15 July 2025
Saturday 19 July 2025 at St Augustine's Abbey, Chilworth
Meet St Benedict: the Father of Western Monasticism
14 July 2025
Visit your local active Benedictine monastery
A Guide to Benedictine Monastic Life and the Rule of St Benedict
9 July 2025
Sources of further information for the casual to more serious discerner
A six month journey into the spirit of indigenous wisdom begins in Surrey
3 July 2025
Starting on 6 September 2025 with Sheila Longman
Prayerful organ music during Mass in July 2025
29 June 2025
Sunday Mass is at 10am, weekday Mass is at 9am. Join the monks in prayer.
Mysteries of the Metaphysicals – A Poetry Evening
28 June 2025
Thursday 25 September 2025, 7.30pm to 9.15pm at St Augustine's Abbey, Chilworth. £10 per person. Book now.
Join our lay ecumenical meditation group held at St Augustine's Abbey, Chilworth
12 June 2025
Drop in to our weekly lay ecumenical meditation group.
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